Joint replacement is an intensive surgery that puts significant strain
on the body. It will take time for patients to recover and adjust to the
new joint. After an initial period of recovery following surgery, most
patients will need to undergo rehabilitation before they can resume their
normal activities.
Joint replacement surgery is usually recommended if patients have not responded
to more conservative treatments for the following:
Arthritis
Serious injuries
Fractures
Spondylitis
Serious infections
Allied Services Integrated Health System offers a comprehensive joint replacement
rehab program in Scranton and the surrounding areas. Our knowledgeable
team can help you regain your strength and instruct you and your family
or support team on how to care for your joint replacement after surgery.
The Rehab Process
Depending on the type of joint replacement surgery a patient had, they
may begin their rehabilitation as an inpatient or outpatient. Inpatients
will usually begin their rehabilitation within 24 hours of completing
surgery – performing simple tasks such as walking or extending limbs
to test the joint replacement. If patients are capable of walking and
performing simple tasks, they will be discharged from the hospital after
a few days to continue their rehabilitation as an outpatient.
Instruction on how to use assistive devices such as canes and walkers
Strength training
Improving range of motion
Resuming normal activities
Patients often have many questions about what they can and cannot do after
joint replacement surgery, as well as how long it will take before they
can resume normal activities. This will depend on the individual patient’s
condition and the type of surgery they received. Patients who had a total
hip or knee replacement surgery usually require the most extensive recovery
and rehabilitation periods.
Allied Services Integrated Health System provides joint replacement rehabilitation
for all types of joint replacement operations.
For specific questions on how to obtain a referral, please call
570-348-1359 (Wilkes-Barre) or
570-826-3885 (Scranton). Contact us to learn more or start your
referral process today.
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